Pets have a special way of making our days brighter and our hearts fuller. Whether they greet us with wagging tails, gentle purrs, or curious eyes, they bring joy in countless ways.

Some time ago, I asked the Bored Panda community to share photos of their beloved pets! Big or small, fluffy or scaly, any type of pet is welcome. Here's a collection of favorite snapshots that celebrate the adorable, funny, and heartwarming companions that make our lives brighter every day.

#1

Aspen. We Lost Her To Cancer A Year Ago. She Was Such A Beautiflul And Gentle Giant

Aspen. We Lost Her To Cancer A Year Ago. She Was Such A Beautiflul And Gentle Giant

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Nagatha
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1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sorry for your loss, she is beautiful.

Lin Komula
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3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She's beautiful! I'm sorry for your loss. Looks like she knew she had the bestest life!

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    #2

    Baby Ginger Ale

    Baby Ginger Ale

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    #3

    My Handsome Boy

    My Handsome Boy

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    #4

    Marley (Void) Loves His Therapy Rug

    Marley (Void) Loves His Therapy Rug

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    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the void is staring at us, great picture

    Roni Stone
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you stare into the void, the void stares back.

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    tophei
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this photo so much!

    Sarah Suelzle
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The void reminds me of the eye of Smaug 👁️😊

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    #5

    Please Meet Princess Jujuba (Jelly Bean)

    Please Meet Princess Jujuba (Jelly Bean)

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    #6

    Boogle. He's 17 And A Half Years Old

    Boogle. He's 17 And A Half Years Old

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    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wow, you seem to have hidden a youth fountain, he looks so young. Beautiful void :)

    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed! He does not look 17.5 at all!

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    Barbara Tompkins-Pond
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah Boogle is a senior like me. I had a wonder poodle his name was Pippen. He was 20 years old and I miss my little man.

    Jedi Panda
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mine was the same, 17 years old & looked less than 5 when she passed.

    Whiskers
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    4 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of my cats lived up to almost 20 years. So Boogle might have some good years to go further with you! Happy times for you all!

    #7

    Baby

    Baby

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Feed me, Mum? See how cute I am?" She's gorgeous. My friend used to have a cat that looked exactly like your Baby. She has unfortunately passed away now (... the cat, not my friend), but we used to joke that she was a cockroach because she lived so long (20-something).

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thankyou. Doesn't matter the age,it still hurts. I'm sorry for your friends loss 💔

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    ELLE
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    beautiful cat ! ♥♥♥

    #8

    My Julius!

    My Julius!

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is julius, he's 6 years old and absolutely loves his food

    JL
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Which must be why he's pointing at an empty bowl.

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Hooman? I'm wasting away... 😶" What a cutie.

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is clearly thinking.."Where is my food. I'm starving, can't you see"

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    #9

    Marie (Albino)

    Marie (Albino)

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    S Bow
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    4 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Marie is gorgeous and purple is her color 💜

    #10

    There Have Been Many, But Eben Was Something Special

    There Have Been Many, But Eben Was Something Special

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    Barbara Tompkins-Pond
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, I am sorry for your loss. What a sweet kid.

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had Eben since he was born to one of our other cats. When I moved from Pennsylvania to DC, he came along, and slowly grew into a slightly grumpy old man. He always had more affection for me than any other cat I have been owned by, though. Scary intelligent, too. One of my housemates acquired a small tuxedo kitten that had been abandoned (Shadow). Shadow was sweet, but a bit timid and hasty. Once, startled, he sprang up to go into warp drive and smacked his head into the side of a doorway. Eben had seen that; he looked at us as if to say, "If you dare insinuate that we are related, I will hurt you." So many memories...

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    must fight urge to touch the between the toe beans

    #11

    Snickers

    Snickers

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Snickers after being with us at his forever home. He was found in a trash bag with his brothers and sisters.

    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A rubbish bag? People are disgusting. I think he needs a boop. He's gorgeous.

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    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like he needs some kisses between the eyebrows

    Eggwodd
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great name for that coloring.

    Diana Harris
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    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG....cutie pie!!! This is why I don't like people!!! We have 2 void kitties and 2 german shepherds no human children and we are soooo happy!

    #12

    Whisky, My Golden Girl

    Whisky, My Golden Girl

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How many brain cells? (Edit: Wanted to add that I forgot to mention that she's beautiful. But I'm sure you already know that.)

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    beautiful picture (I like the light)

    April Pickett
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a perfect picture of a beautiful cat. Good work.

    Diana Harris
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    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looking very thoughtful....braincell busy do not disturb!! Gorgeous😻

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    #13

    Prince

    Prince

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    ELLE
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    beautiful cat ! ♥♥♥

    #14

    Sir Eyebrows (Dickens)

    Sir Eyebrows (Dickens)

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Technically he's Mum's dog, not mine, but I borrow him sometimes 😆 His name comes from a TV show, I believe.

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the name fits. He looks cute

    #15

    Utoy. He Crossed The Rainbow Bridge Last Month. I Miss Him Very Much

    Utoy. He Crossed The Rainbow Bridge Last Month. I Miss Him Very Much

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry for your loss. He was a gorgeous gentleman. I hope he's getting all the treats in dog-heaven.

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sorry for your loss. He has a beautiful smile.

    setsuriseikou
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure he lived his best life with his best friend by his side.

    #16

    This Is Gabby!

    This Is Gabby!

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She’s a 18 month old Corgi. We usually take in senior and special needs dogs but I thought maybe we should rescue a younger one to get us off the couch more. And Gabby certainly lives up to that expectation and her name. 😊

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see, she has the best place to monitor the outdoors

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    #17

    Artemis

    Artemis

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those eyes are especially stunning.

    #19

    Meet Mathilda Lee, Or Tillie As I Call Her. She Just Turned 12 And Is The Sweetest Little Soul

    Meet Mathilda Lee, Or Tillie As I Call Her. She Just Turned 12 And Is The Sweetest Little Soul

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    Barbara Tompkins-Pond
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what a sweet pea, poodles are my absolute favorite dog. I have one who is the same age, and he is a whopping 4 pounds and his name is Jackson.

    #20

    Pépite

    Pépite

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    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the fluff on the ears and between the toes

    #21

    My Void Baghira

    My Void Baghira

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He/She looks thoroughly unimpressed 🤣

    Auntriarch
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perfect name for a house panther

    Diana Harris
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    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Voids are the best...good luck, not bad°°

    Chewie
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    3 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perfect name 👌 ❤️

    #22

    Little Willy. Born Outside, Developed Eye Infection, May Lose The Left Eye

    Little Willy. Born Outside, Developed Eye Infection, May Lose The Left Eye

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope he(?) is okay! Gorgeous either way ❤️

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you. When I first took him to the vet it was possible (still is) he may end up totally blind. We will keep him and inside only cat.

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    setsuriseikou
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tons of health wishes to W i l l y! (Edit: yeah BP, your censorship is on the spot as always)

    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you love how they can't get rid of the spam but can censor 'wi‍lly'.

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    #23

    Gem Creating A Spiral

    Gem Creating A Spiral

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    #24

    Marley, 3yrs. Loves To Dangle His Arms

    Marley, 3yrs. Loves To Dangle His Arms

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    #25

    Tisiphone (Dog) And Erebos (Cat)

    Tisiphone (Dog) And Erebos (Cat)

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pets are beautiful but I'm also loving that stained glass window.

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The personification of Darkness in Greek mythology. Seemed fitting for a void.

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    #26

    The Three Idiots

    The Three Idiots

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My three idiotic fur-babies. Raiden (white), Gizmo (black and white) and Aurora (Bengal). All of them rescues, all of them spoilt and all of them complete idiots...

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look as if they are in control of the house (as it usually is with kitties)

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, they are in charge of the floor they live on, the crested geckos are in charge on their own floor... thankfully I get the bedroom to myself if I need to escape the lot of them!

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    GalPalAl
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    4 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvote for the three of them but downvote for calling them idiots.

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    #27

    This Is Mama

    This Is Mama

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mama is a 16 year old, blind, deaf and mostly toothless Yorkie. Had a hard time finding a picture of her awake. Mama does love her naps.

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We all love our naps, she looks snuggly

    #28

    My Lovely Keena

    My Lovely Keena

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and a small amount of her floof on the rug. She is now 8 1/2 years old, but we adopted her after she spent her first two years in a terrible situation of hoarding, neglect and a***e. She's such a reserved girl.

    setsuriseikou
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No wonder she has that expression on her face, she's been through a lot, poor baby

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    Rebecca O’Donnell
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just gorgeous! Reminds me of my sweet Pepper. I went down to New Orleans after Katrina to help rescue people’s abandoned pets. (No criticism of the people of New Orleans, they were told they would be home in three days.) Pepper was an owner release. He contacted the rescue agency I was working from and told them to adopt her out as they weren’t coming back. Best girl ever!❤️

    Whiskers
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    4 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for your help there! People like you are always needed!

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    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love her colouration. Gorgeous.

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    Orion

    Orion

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    Booby And Prix (Bobby And Pixel)

    Booby And Prix (Bobby And Pixel)

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've attached another picture of Prix. Cockatiels generally don't like being held -- especially upside down, lol -- but she was so young when I got her that she tolerates it (and will sometimes fall asleep, but she would never admit that). Prix-2-68e...661d59.jpg Prix-2-68e8aba661d59.jpg

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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Booby is the normal (grey) cockatiel at the front. The slightly blurrier (sorry; I suck at taking photos) one at the back is Pringle/Prix. She's a cinnamon variant. (It actually took me a while to remember their proper names as they get called their nicknames so much -- AKA all the time.) Fun fact, all normal grey cockatiels are born looking like Booby. If they get the more orange cheeks and the tail/pants pattern fades by around two, then you have a gentleman cockatiel. You'll normally know this before then, though, as male cockatiels whistle whereas females will... not really whistle. I jokingly call it a 'boop' but it's really more like a screech, though not as unpleasant as that sounds.

    S Bow
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    4 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brother had a cockatiel like Booby, she was such a character. She preferred to walk everywhere even though she could fly. We all miss her.

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    #31

    This Is Seamus

    This Is Seamus

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seamus is a 17 year old Husky. His family had to give him up due to major issues they were dealing with. He doesn’t like women. I couldn’t touch him for about the first six months and we are still working on that. Seamus loves my husband and tolerates the little guys. I’ll take that as a win.

    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dang, he's doing well for his age! You must be an awesome owner ❤️

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    #32

    Little Miss Kasi, The Queen Of The Brewery

    Little Miss Kasi, The Queen Of The Brewery

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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My scruffy baby girl... Full name: Ninkasi the Growler (she rarely growls). Named after the Sumerian goddess of brewing. She loves going to the breweries with me.

    Emilu
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks as though she's contemplating the meaning of life 😆

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    #33

    Whisky, 19 Yo Male, We Lost Him 9/28/25. The House Is Now Too Quiet

    Whisky, 19 Yo Male, We Lost Him 9/28/25. The House Is Now Too Quiet

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    Nagatha
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He must have had a great life. So pretty and I am so sorry for your loss.

    nottheactualphoto
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so sorry! But Whisky really is a great name for a cat. I can tell he was a sweetheart.

    Auntriarch
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you still tripping over the cat that isn't there

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no but I think his ghost is still there, I keep hearing the litter box lid get hit occasionally, it's a noticeable sound......

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    Whiskers
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    4 weeks ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I also felt that my ears hurt with the silence in the house after my last darling cat passed away.

    #35

    Fluffy And Fuzzy

    Fluffy And Fuzzy

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    My Lady Eowyn - 16 Year Old Service Dog

    My Lady Eowyn - 16 Year Old Service Dog

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's a purebred pomeranian and has been with me since she was 4 months old. She's not as sharp on her alerts but always tries her best.

    Emilu
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's beautiful. Off-topic, but so is the chair on which she's sitting!

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so much fluff, gorgeous

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    #37

    Gattsu And His Orange Buddy, Bert

    Gattsu And His Orange Buddy, Bert

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    My Cat Queenie, Who Is Mad At Me For Waking Her Up To Take A Photo

    My Cat Queenie, Who Is Mad At Me For Waking Her Up To Take A Photo

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    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so much admiration, make sure, you get my chocolate site :-) She lives up to her name

    #39

    Jaxon The Wonder Dog And His Sidekick

    Jaxon The Wonder Dog And His Sidekick

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jax is 33% American Pitt Bull mixed with some Schnauzer, Maltese and various other mutts. Huge baby.

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    Lola And Frankie

    Lola And Frankie

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    Barbara Tompkins-Pond
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, now they are so cute I can't stand it.

    #41

    Roll (Cheeky)

    Roll (Cheeky)

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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had to really think about this one, as he never gets called 'Cheeky', always Roll, to the point where at the vet they asked if I wanted to change the name they had on file there 😆 Here he is getting some loving. You can tell he's liking it because of how fluffy he is. Birds generally go fluffy like this when they're content or happy and him standing on only one foot shows that as well.

    Bianca
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like you found the absolute correct spot to pet him. You have beautiful birdies.

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww, thank you Bianca! I think they're beautiful as well (but I may be bias 🤣).

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, more useless things about Roll; he's a talkative little basta‍rd (despite how conures are meant to be one of the less talkative parrots out there; this one doesn't shut up). I've taught him incredibly useful phrases such as "eww; it's green!" and "eww; it's a bird!". He knows "stop" and will tell me to stop when I do something that annoys him, and he's *kind of* toilet trained, in that he'll go if you tell him to, but if you wait too long, then... welp, enjoy that massive shat on the floor.